02-24-2014 - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Browse Search

Mounds View EDA February 24, 2014 Regular Meeting Page 2 Executive Director Ericson requested the EDA review several draft site plans for the Crossroad Pointe redevelopment project. He explained that Stantec has compiled the information collected from the recent Open House and had a presentation for the Authority. He indicated staff was seeking direction from the EDA. Stuart Krahn, Stantec, provided comment on the concept site plans that were presented to the public at the recent Open House. The five goals for the mixed use project were discussed. He explained that after reviewing the information gathered at the Open House, the vision for the project had been refined. He reported there was no overall consensus on the development direction for the site. However, there was concern about development on this site and how it would relate to other developments along the corridor. In addition, there was a desire for locally- oriented, mixed-use development with connections and adequate green space. Mr. Krahn further reviewed the comments and concerns voiced by the public based on the three proposed site plans. He explained the mixed-use site plan received the most positive votes at the Open House. He indicated this plan has been revised to more closely meet the needs of the City. The revised mixed use concept was described in detail to the EDA. The primary traffic flows through this site were discussed. He provided comment on the proposed amenities and green infrastructure for the project. Commissioner Mueller expressed concern with the attached residential. She understood this was a flexible placeholder and could be further refined. She requested further information on the turf pavers. Mr. Krahn provided the EDA with further information on the open-celled turf paver concept. Commissioner Mueller questioned if the proposed office/medical building would be two or three stories high. Mr. Krahn explained he was proposing a single story building. If a multiple story building were pursued, additional parking or structured parking would be needed. Commissioner Meehlhause had concern with the proposed townhomes on the site and thanked staff for clarifying that these were a placeholder. He discussed the traffic concerns at County Road H and County Road 10. He recommended a restaurant be considered within this project. President Flaherty commented he did not want to see any housing on this space. He understood that parking would be a concern for this 4 acre parcel. He suggested the entire site be filled with commercial/retail or restaurant space. He also envisioned the site being a walkable/pedestrian friendly destination. He supported the clock tower and storm water pond amenities. Jay Demma, Stantec, discussed a retail/commercial development in Golden Valley along Winnetka and Highway 55. He explained that this may be a nice vision for this parcel. He discussed how a walking path could be created within the development.